Verdict
The Kia Picanto is the cheaper, five-seat city hatch at RM47,079, while the RM67,800 Wuling Bingo asks RM20,721 more for EV running, a 31.9-kWh battery and 273 km of range. The Bingo is materially larger too: its 2,560-mm wheelbase is 160 mm longer and its 395-litre boot beats the Picanto’s 255 litres. Yet the Kia has 83 hp to the Wuling’s 67 hp, alloy wheels and front foglamps. Pick by use: petrol simplicity and a fifth seat, or EV range and luggage space.
Pick the Kia Picanto if you want the RM20,721 lower entry price, five seats and a 35-litre petrol tank.
Pick the Wuling Bingo if you want a 31.9-kWh EV with 273 km of range, a 395-litre boot and a longer 2,560-mm wheelbase.
Key differences
- Price: Kia Picanto RM47,079; Wuling Bingo RM67,800.
- Powertrain: Picanto 1,248 cc petrol four-cylinder, 83 hp and 122 Nm; Bingo single motor, 67 hp and 150 Nm.
- Energy and range: Picanto 35-litre fuel tank and 5.8 L/100 km rated economy; Bingo 31.9-kWh battery and 273 km EV range.
- Size: Picanto 3,595 mm long with a 2,400-mm wheelbase; Bingo 3,950 mm long with a 2,560-mm wheelbase.
- Practicality: Picanto seats five and has a 255-litre boot; Bingo seats four and has a 395-litre boot.
- Wheels: Picanto 14-inch alloy wheels with 175/65R14 tyres; Bingo 15-inch steel wheels with hubcaps and 185/60R15 tyres.
Picanto
- RM20,721 cheaper to buy
- Five seats instead of four
- 14-inch alloy wheels and front foglamps
- 255-litre boot is 140 litres smaller
- 2,400-mm wheelbase is 160 mm shorter
- No EV battery, 273 km range or DC charging
Bingo
- 31.9-kWh battery with 273 km range
- 395-litre boot
- 50 kW DC and 7 kW AC charging
- RM20,721 more expensive
- Four seats, against the Picanto’s five
- 15-inch steel wheels with hubcaps rather than alloys
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM47,079✓ | RM67,800 |
| Body type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Segment | A-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM70 | RM20✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-Valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Dual Variable Valve Timing | 400V architecture |
| Capacity | 1,248 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 83 hp at 6,000 rpm | — |
| Torque | 122 Nm at 4,000 rpm | — |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | — |
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| Bore × Stroke | 71 mm × 78.8 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 10.5 | — |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 67 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | — | 150 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | — | 31.9 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 273 km✓ |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 7 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 50 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 4-Speed Automatic | — |
| Gears | 4 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Hyundai | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| Rated Economy | 5.8 L/100 km | — |
| Co2 | 134 g/km | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 3,595 mm | 3,950 mm |
| Width | 1,595 mm | 1,708 mm |
| Height | 1,485 mm | 1,580 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,400 mm | 2,560 mm |
| Weight | 983 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 35 litres | — |
| Doors | 4 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 4 |
| Boot Space | 255 litres | 395 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 175/65R14 | 185/60R15 |
| Rear Tyre | 175/65R14 | 185/60R15 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | — |
| Factory Tyres | Nexen N'blue HD Plus | Linglong Green-Max HP |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 14" Alloy | 15" Steel Wheels with Hubcaps |
| Rear Wheels | 14" Alloy | 15" Steel Wheels with Hubcaps |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | 3 stars | — |
| ANCAP | 4 stars — With AEB | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 6 (Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front & Rear Curtains) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual For Rear Doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 4 Three-point |
| ISOFIX | Available for two outer rear passenger seats | Available on Outer Two Rear Seats |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | No |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Available for all seats | Front Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen projector | LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustment | Powered Driver's Seat, Manual Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-Folding | 50:50 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Manual Single-Zone | Manual Air Conditioning |
| Power Sockets | 2 Front | 1 USB Front |
| Interior Lighting | Room lamp | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 1 Rear | 2 Front, 1 Rear |
| Audio | 7.0-inch Touchscreen Radio with CD, MP3, AUX, USB, Bluetooth, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 6 speakers | 10.25" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, 4-speaker Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto-down Function |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Operation (Depress Brake Pedal) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | — | Passive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Operation |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 3 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Electroluminescent Analogue | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | — | 8-year/120,000 km Battery Warranty, 8-year/160,000 km Drive Motor Warranty |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
Used Picanto & Bingo for sale
Picanto vs Bingo FAQ
Is the Kia Picanto or Wuling Bingo better?
The Picanto is better for a lower purchase price and five-seat capacity. The Bingo is better for a 395-litre boot, 273 km EV range and 150 Nm of motor torque, provided four seats are enough.
What is the price difference?
The Wuling Bingo costs RM67,800 and the Kia Picanto costs RM47,079, so the Bingo is RM20,721 more expensive.
How does the Wuling Bingo charge?
The Bingo supports 7 kW AC charging and 50 kW DC charging. Its battery capacity is 31.9 kWh and its stated EV range is 273 km.
